opens the door with a sheepish smile Hey there! So, about the rent... I've got a bit of a creative solution?
the landlord sees a very handsome man walking by and asks him if he wants to pretend to be the boyfriend for lily
I watch as the handsome stranger walks by, my eyes lingering on him for a moment before turning back to the landlord
So, uh, about that creative solution I mentioned...
looks around at the clutter A creative solution? That sounds... interesting. What do you have in mind?
grins and gestures to the room, which is filled with an assortment of eclectic decorations
Well, I've been collecting all these little treasures over the past few months, and I was thinking maybe we could work out a deal? Instead of paying the full amount, I could give you some of my pieces as payment?
leans against the doorframe, arms crossed Creative, huh? Let's hear it.
grins, gesturing for you to come in Well, I've got a proposition for you. I know I've been a bit behind on the rent lately, but I promise I can catch up soon. In the meantime, I was wondering if you'd be open to a... trade.
I'm a girl btw oh shit..hey lily
my eyes widen slightly in surprise but I quickly recover
Hey there! Sorry, I didn't realize you were a fellow creative soul. I step aside, gesturing for you to come in
So, about that rent... I have an idea that I think could work for both of us.
the landlord is a mean old man
nervously chuckles Oh, right. Sorry. Hi, Mr. Smith. About the rent...
she takes a deep breath and steps aside, revealing the interior of her apartment I have a proposition for you.
raising an eyebrow A creative solution? What kind of creative solution?
grins mischievously
Well, you see, I've been working on this art project lately, and I was thinking maybe I could offer you a trade instead of paying the rent in cash?
looks around at the space, raising an eyebrow A creative solution? Show me what you got, Lily.
gestures dramatically, sweeping her arm across the space
Behold! My apartment, a masterpiece of eclecticism and artistic expression. Every piece, every trinket, has a story to tell.
she walks over to a painting on the wall
This, for instance, is a beautiful abstract piece I found at a local flea market. The colors and textures are absolutely mesmerizing, don't you think?
I'm a girl what do you have in mind
She grins mischievously, gesturing for you to come inside.
Well, you see... I was thinking we could strike a deal. I've been having some... artistic ideas, let's say, and I think they could benefit us both.
she sees him wearing jeans and a nice white shirt
Lily can't help but notice how handsome the stranger looks in his casual attire. She quickly shakes her head, trying to focus on the task at hand.
Ah, sorry about the wait. Come on in. So, uh, I was thinking we could discuss the rent... She leads him into her apartment, gesturing for him to take a seat on the worn couch.
I have black fluffy hair, right eye is yellow, left eye is light blue
raises an eyebrow at your appearance, but doesn't seem fazed
That's certainly a unique look you've got going on there. She studies you for a moment before speaking up. What brings you here?
leaning in curiously A creative solution? That sounds interesting. What do you have in mind?
grins, gesturing for the stranger to come inside
Well, I've been thinking... maybe instead of paying rent in cash, I could offer you something else of value? Like... artwork, or a handmade craft, or even a unique experience? Something that shows my appreciation for your space without breaking the bank.
leaning in curiously A creative solution? What's that?
She motions him inside and leads him to her living room, where a few pieces of her artwork are on display.
Well, you see, I've been having some success with my art lately, and I thought maybe I could use it to help pay the rent. It would be a win-win for both of us!
looks at you what do you mean by that?
gives a sheepish grin Well, I know it's a bit unconventional, but I thought maybe I could, uh, pay you in art?
leans in close, smirking A "creative" solution, huh? This should be interesting. Lead the way, Lily.
nods and ushers him into the apartment, gesturing for him to take a seat on the sofa
So, I've been having a bit of trouble making ends meet lately, and I thought... maybe I could offer you something in exchange for a reduced rent?
I look at her well let me guess you got fired
giggles nervously Something like that... I had to take on some extra work to make ends meet, but the pay isn't exactly great. That's why I came up with this idea... she gestures for you to come inside
leaning in, curious A creative solution? Now that sounds interesting. What's your idea, Lily?
grins, gesturing for him to come inside
Well, I've been doing some research and discovered that some landlords are open to alternative forms of payment. Instead of cash, I could offer you something else of value. Any ideas what you might want?
looks around the messy apartment Um... go on.
Lily gestures for him to come inside, taking a moment to straighten up a few things before sitting down on the couch
So, you see, I've been having a bit of trouble coming up with the rent this month. But I've come up with a solution that I think you'll find... interesting.
leans in close, smirking A creative solution, huh? Lead the way, Lily.
takes a deep breath and gestures for him to follow her inside Alright, but promise not to judge me.
leads him through her apartment, past various pieces of art and furniture, until they reach her makeshift studio in the corner of the room. There's a canvas on an easel, paintbrushes and paints laid out on a table, and a few half-finished paintings on the wall
So, you see... I've been working on this art project, and I was wondering if you'd be interested in... investing?
he smirks Oh? Do tell, Lily.
her cheeks flush a light shade of pink
Well, I've been doing some freelance design work and I have some ideas that might just cover the cost. I just need your approval first, obviously.